Author: Izzy Armstrong-Frost

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A recent review has shown that acupuncture can reduce pain and improve mobility and quality-of-life for people with osteoarthritis [1]. Osteoarthritis is a condition that affects the joints; it is the most common form of arthritis. When a joint develops osteoarthritis, the cartilage covering the ends of the bones becomes rough and thin, and the […]

Three of the acupuncturists at York Clinic – Alison, Amanda and Harriet – are founding members of the Acupuncture for Childbirth Team (ACT) Yorkshire. ACT Yorkshire is a group of acupuncturists who offer specialist treatment for fertility, pregnancy, childbirth and post-natal health. Here are some examples of what they do: Enhancing Fertility A couple’s fertility […]

Pregnant? New Baby? Got Questions? Meet the doulas at York Clinic: Saturday 28th March, 10am – 12 noon. No need to book. Part of World Doula Week, 22nd-28th March. *** Doulas are experienced women who offer emotional and practical support to a woman (or couple) before, during and after childbirth. A doula believes in ‘mothering […]

There are a number of different ‘talking therapies’ available at York Clinic. I asked counsellor, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist Suzanne Chamier about them. Psychology Psychology is the study of how people think and behave, covering all areas of cognitive functioning. It is usually practised by a person with a degree in psychology who has gone on […]

Two practitioners at the York Clinic, Debbie and Ben, combine sports massage with acupuncture. I asked Debbie a few questions about how the two therapies work together. What are the benefits of combining sports massage with acupuncture? Experience has shown me that combining the therapies is more successful for relieving chronic or acute musculoskeletal pain. […]

There is a growing body of research into patients’ expectations and experiences of complementary therapies. However, there has been very little research of this nature into chiropractics in the UK. A recent paper by a group of researchers, including Clinic Director Hugh MacPherson, tells a positive story about patients’ expectations and experiences of chiropractors [1]. […]

Depression is more than an emotional experience, it also affects how our bodies feel. Common problems include insomnia, tiredness and digestive problems. Around 50% of people with depression also have chronic pain. Here are some examples of how depression might affect two of the body’s systems. Central Nervous System Depression often means feeling tired all […]

Opioids are a class of medication used for pain relief. Two of the most well-known opioids are morphine and codeine, but there are many others such as hydrocodone, oxycodone and diphenoxylate [1]. Recent research has highlighted the risks involved with long-term use of opioids for managing chronic pain. The most shocking research comes from the […]

Simply put, the Alexander Technique teaches you not to exert too much pressure on your joints or over-stress yourself as you cope with the challenges of day-to-day life. An Alexander Teacher can guide you to accurate body/mind awareness, giving you the skills to avoid strain and imbalance in your daily activities. You are taught to […]

Craniosacral Therapy and Cranial Osteopathy are not, as the names might suggest, treatments solely for the head. Both involve a gentle approach to the whole body, allowing the treatment of tissues which are otherwise hard to reach. They also allow the practitioner to work with patients who are delicate or are not able to fully […]